We often think freedom comes from having more choices, more independence, or more control over our lives. But sometimes the thing that's keeping us stuck isn't what's happening around us. It's the expectations we've been carrying for years without ever questioning them.
On this episode, we talk with Sarah Gallucci — journalist, TEDx speaker, professor, and author of *Laid: A Memoir of Love, Sex, and Marriage*. What began as an exploration of her marriage became a much deeper journey into identity, gender roles, personal freedom, and the beliefs we inherit about what love and relationships are supposed to look like.
We explore how cultural expectations shape the choices we make, why so many women lose themselves trying to hold everything together, and what happens when you finally start listening to the truth you've been avoiding.
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In this episode, we explore:
✨ The invisible expectations many women carry in relationships and family life
✨ How gender roles can quietly shape our choices, wellbeing, and identity
✨ Why high-achieving women often struggle to speak up about what they need
✨ The difference between speaking your truth and trusting your truth
✨ What happens when you stop living by expectations that no longer fit
If you've ever felt torn between who you are and who you're expected to be, this conversation offers a powerful reflection on what it means to choose yourself and create a life that feels true to you.
Connect with Sarah
📸 Instagram: @_sarah_gallucci_
🌐 Website: www.sarahgallucci.com
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